Snorkelling and Glass Bottom Boat at Green Island from Cairns
Overview
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Green Island offers the unique opportunity for a combined reef and rainforest experience, just 45 minutes from Cairns by fast catamaran. Home to over 120 native plant species and colourful bird life, surrounded by abundant marine life. Full and half day options available. Your day can be as active or as relaxing as you choose.
As a Great Adventures guest, you’ll also be able to enjoy many exclusive inclusions such as the use of the island swimming pool and a self guided eco island walk to discover some of the island’s unique rainforest flora. The island’s well appointed day visitor facilities include a pool bar, plus restaurant and retail outlets. A delicious range of lunch and snacks can be purchased from the island’s food and refreshment outlets.
Additional Info
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Specialized infant seats are available
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Snorkelling can be a strenuous activity. We recommend informing crew of any medical conditions.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Green Island
Green Island is a beautiful 6000 year old coral cay. It's the only coral cay on the Great Barrier Reef with a rainforest! Snorkel from the white sandy beaches, see the island's reef from the glass bottom boat and walk through the lush rainforest.
Green Island National Park
Explore Green Island
What‘s Included
Self guided island walk
Glass bottom boat tour
Use of Snorkelling equipment
Use of island swimming pool, exclusive to Great Adventures
Free beach bag
Return fast catamaran transfers from Cairns
Use of island day visitor facilities
Morning tea/coffee served onboard until departure from Cairns
Hotel pick up and drop off
Options
5 Hrs on Island/Depart 10:30AM
10:30AM-4:30PM: Return cruise, snorkeling gear & glass bottom boat. Departs Cairns at 10:30am, returns 4:30pm (arrival to Cairns 5:15pm).
7 Hrs on Island/Depart 8:30AM
8:30AM-4:30PM: Return cruise, snorkeling gear & glass bottom boat. Departs Cairns at 8:30am, returns 4:30pm (arrival to Cairns 5:15pm).
3 Hrs on Island/Depart 10:30AM
10:30AM-2:30PM: Return cruise, snorkeling gear & glass bottom boat. Departs Cairns at 10:30am, returns 2:30pm (arrival to Cairns 3:15pm).
5 Hrs on Island/Depart 8:30AM
8:30AM-2:30PM: Return cruise, snorkeling gear & glass bottom boat. Departs Cairns at 8:30am, returns 2:30pm (arrival to Cairns 3:15pm).
Reviews
386 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
A very special island
Nicola C,,Jan 22, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00A great trip - We’ve done it twice now. Be sure to go on glass bottomed boat trip and the snorkelling. The food establishments including those selling ice cream, seem to shut early - mid afternoon. Boat trip from Cairns to Green Island about 45 mins by fast twin hulled motor boat. Helpful staff on board and in terminal. We saw green turtles and many different fish while snorkelling. Hire the stinger suits as marine stingers can be present. Stay in shallows to get used to snorkelling if you’ve not done it before. Life’s let’s are also for hire.
Great day out
Sarah R,,Jan 19, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00This is a busy day but very enjoyable. We started with the snoring, not realises the time we just missed our glass bottomed boat trip, but they readily booked us on a later trip. We had a swim in the island resort pool. We had the lunch special in the emerald restaurant - very tasty and good value for money. Rough trip back as the wind had really gotten up but the staff and crew were very reassuring and competent.
Enjoyable day out
Paradise87701,,Jan 18, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00We enjoyed our trip to Green Island. Everything was well organised, and wasn't sure what to expect, but ut we had a good day. Didn't realise we were being charged in US dollars which made it a bit more expensive than we thought.
A must do if you are planning a trip to Cairns!
Caitlyn G,,Jan 14, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00A great family day out with lots to see and do, a little on the expensive side but well worth the experience. As a family of three we took the full day option and in that time we managed a glass bottom boat tour, snorkelling, visiting the crocodiles, a bush walk and a play in the pool as well as a quick bite to eat
Good experience
Anonymous,,Jan 7, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Well done trip. Some of the activities are not available at Green Island that are available at the leaf Island. Can easily spend the whole day at Green Island and if possible try to do the longer duration trip.
Refund due to severe weather
Miriam E,,Dec 30, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Severe weather conditions meant we couldn't do much on the island once we arrived unfortunately BUT they refunded all our money back without question when we returned via our agent which was handled very well
Great experience.
cherryminettea,,Dec 29, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00The ferry crews were so friendly and caring. We enjoyed the glass boat tour and the snorkeling activity. This was also the cheapest, we stayed from 8:30 - 4:30, it was worth the visit.
Glass bottom boat and snorkeling at green island
Kayla A,,Dec 23, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Green island is so beautiful and the activities are great whether you are solo traveling , with family or friends its great either way. The boat crew and island staff are amazing and make the whole experience so much easier and enjoyable. would 100% recommend this and would do it again!!
Amazing :)
Matthias S,,Nov 17, 2025
- Review from Viator
4.00It's absolutely stunning! Just keep in mind that lycra suits are not included in the snorkeling equipment.
Green Island glass biotin boat with Extras
O5565IYcarlob,,Nov 2, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00Very well organized tour , started on time , enjoyable day.. walked the island , snorkeled in the designated areas( great views of the reef) , took the glass bottom boat tour as well , captain was very knowledgeable and gave good commentary during the tour ,, took the early boat back ( basically 6 hours there and back ) plenty of time .. more activities available for a price of course , everything is a la carte , you pay for whatever you want to do , go up if g t a bit pricey…
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